Dark-eyed Junco

(Junco hyemalis)

Where: Richmond, VA • Glidewell Rd.

Notes: This “snow bird” nestled within the fall scenery is a reminder, that as autumn passes into winter, another year quickly approaches. For me, this is a time for reflection. To rediscover and acknowledge the blessings that came throughout the past year, some obvious, while others hid within challenges at first. Looking back at the year’s photographs reminds me of the amazing people, places and creatures that our world is beautified with. Its been an adventuresome time. The year started with Snowy Owls on Ocracoke Island in North Carolina; followed by Limpkin, Rosate Spoonbill and Sandhill Crane chicks in early spring in Florida. Back in Virginia, spring migration brought three new birdbath species to the yard. In late spring we headed to Wisconsin to see Loons and breeding plumage shorebirds. There we got to experience spring for the third time in a single year. This was followed by a full schedule of fall art shows and program presentations. A final adventure to the beaches of South Carolina in early December, brought a relaxing pace back to life before the onset of the holidays and new year’s celebrations.

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